Burlesque acts present 'Comic Strip'

The Minsky Kinks troupe will perform at Jester's on Friday.

FRIDAY: On Friday night at Jester's, it won't just be all laughs. The women and men of the Minksy Kinks Burlesque troupe will be bringing the art of the tease to the audience.

The show, "Comic Strip," will be a showcase of burlesque acts, said Kristine Dean, who goes by Maella Cai Vane. The acts will feature styles from vintage to modern, and some will involve vaudeville-like situational comedy.

Dean said the troupe works hard to interact with the audience, making it relaxed and fun.

"Everyone comes away smiling and enjoying themselves," Dean said.

Members of the troupe also get a feeling of empowerment from performing, and Dean said that comes through in the show. Dean said the troupe accepts everyone, and that makes the audience feel welcomed and comfortable.

The show will follow comedian Todd Yohn, who has performed on Bob and Tom. Yohn will begin at 7:30 p.m. and the Minsky Kinks will begin at 10 p.m.